摘要: |
Designers of the new four-story government building in Martinez, California, wanted to provide a visual connection between the building skin and the surrounding landscape. They determined that precast glass-fiber-reinforced concrete (CFRC) panels would be the best way to achieve that vision.
While several materials were initially investigated, collaboration between the contractor, designers, and owner's representatives led to the selection of GFRC panels, which were chosen for their low cost, durability, ease of maintenance, and aesthetic benefits. The choice allowed the team to integrate custom integral colors, a stone faqade look for the clock tower, and custom designed "wave art" panels that visually recall the water in the nearby bay and rolling hills surrounding the city. |